Erin Blanchfield vs JJ Aldrich — Fight recap

Erin Blanchfield submitted JJ Aldrich via submission in round two at 2:38 on June 4, 2022. Blanchfield controlled the striking exchanges with 48 significant strikes landed at 48 percent accuracy, compared to Aldrich's 32 of 71, while demonstrating superior precision with 11 of 11 body strikes.

Though Aldrich secured two takedowns at 33 percent efficiency, Blanchfield's striking output and cage control—nearly double Aldrich's 42 seconds—dictated the fight's tempo. With only one submission attempt needed, Blanchfield caught Aldrich and finished the fight decisively, showcasing the kind of technical grappling and composure that elevated her standing in the women's flyweight division.